Chapter 1102 Reaching an Agreement

When the differences of opinion between the negotiating parties can be quantified in terms of money, it is easier to solve the problem. There is an unwritten rule in the foreign policy of the Haihan Executive Committee, that is, all problems that can be solved with money are not

The problem is that in the process of contacting Ming officials, spending money to bribe them has always been one of the options.

For a project like organizing immigrants in the Ming Dynasty, which requires certain cooperation from local governments, buying off local officials is far more effective than using violent means to solve problems. If it were not for the firm belief in Zhejiang, it would have to fight Haihan.

In principle, die-hard officials will try their best to solve problems in a peaceful way to avoid more troubles in the future. After all, Haihan's development goal at this stage is to recruit immigrants from the Ming Dynasty and expand trade scale, not in the Ming Dynasty.

To conquer cities and territories within the country, cooperation with local officials is the main theme.

Of course, the money was not given away in vain. Since Haihan regarded this as a business transaction of a special nature, he would naturally evaluate whether the income could achieve his goals. For example, he bribed local officials represented by the local magistrate.

, Haihan will consider the degree to which local officials can serve him as a bid consideration, and has also set different standards for this purpose.

For example, if Zhang Pucheng is willing to issue a notice for Haihan's immigration recruitment activities in the name of the county government, he can get a basic offer. If someone is sent to the countryside on behalf of the county government to assist Haihan in publicity, then on this basis, he can get a higher price.

If Zhang Pucheng is willing to personally come forward and publicly stand up for Haihan, the financial rewards he can get will be further improved. Simply put, how much money will be paid for doing what he does? How much money can Zhang Pucheng get from Haihan?

It depends on his cooperative attitude and level of contribution.

After listening to Harugong's simple explanation, Zhang Pucheng was even more excited by the grading conditions. If he was willing to cooperate with Haihan without reservation, he could earn an income of three to four thousand taels in a year.

, even if he served as magistrate of Fushan County for another ten years, he would not be able to receive such a large amount of salary. Moreover, Fushan County today cannot make ends meet, and there is basically no profit at all. Suddenly, a rich man like Haihan, Zhang Pucheng, who made generous purchases, came.

I really can't bear to let it go.

Seeing Zhang Pucheng's silence, Haru Gong knew that he was still unsure about the matter, so he immediately added another force: "Master Zhang, with my Haihan strength, I can do it on my own without asking for help from the government. This Fukuyama

Within the county, there should be no other forces besides Wanjiajun that can interfere with our actions. Out of respect for the government, we took the initiative to invite Mr. Zhang out of the city to discuss cooperation. If you think this kind of cooperation is unnecessary, then we

We don’t have to force it. From now on, we just don’t interfere with our affairs, we don’t enter the county seat, and the county government doesn’t hinder our local actions.”

This is a mouthful of ducks that are about to fly! Zhang Pucheng suddenly came back from his thoughts and responded with a smile: "Ha, Chief, I didn't say that I couldn't cooperate. You are bent on rescuing the people of Li. As a local official, you naturally have to

Support such good deeds. Well, after I return to the city today, I will draft a notice to calm the people, explaining Haihan's measures to relieve the people, and post it on the four gates of the county to reassure people. When I have free time in the future, I will also patrol the countryside.

How does Chief Ha feel about explaining this matter to the people in each village in person?"

"Master Zhang is such a good official who is considerate of the people's sentiments! With Master Zhang presiding over this matter, the local people should be able to solve their survival problems soon." Seeing Zhang Pucheng, Haru Gong finally relaxed, and immediately put down a big piece of cake.

Shitou. Since Zhang Pucheng said so beautifully, Harugong also did not hesitate to start the business mutual bragging mode and say a few words to praise the other party.

"It's easy to say, easy to say! I just don't know the conditions that Leader Ha mentioned before..." Zhang Pucheng protracted his tone at this point to observe Harugong's reaction.

Haru Gong said: "Although the main force of the Wanjia Army has been eliminated by us, there should still be some remnants absconding, so Wanmeng needs to conduct another trial to ensure that the Wanjia Army will not reappear. Let's do this. In three days, we will

Take Wan Meng to the county seat and hand him over to Mr. Zhang."

"The first culprit must be punished! This beast has been doing evil in Fushan County for many years, and this time it was captured by Chief Ha's men. It can be regarded as good and evil will be rewarded! When I report this matter, I will definitely say a lot of good things for Haihan's righteous deed!"

"Zhang Pucheng remembered that he had been coerced by the Wanjia Army in the past few years, and he had been holding back a bad breath in his heart. When the Haihan people handed over Wanmeng in a few days, he would be paraded through the streets inside and outside the county in order to resolve the hatred in his heart. Zhang Pucheng

Although he is not a spotless and honest official, he is still conscientious and responsible for his jurisdiction, but he is unable to confront the Wanjia Army due to the situation. Haihan took the initiative to send troops to eliminate the Wanjia Army. Zhang Pucheng did appreciate and appreciate this matter.

A grateful attitude.

Harugong clapped his hands and shouted loudly: "Come here, bring the gift!"

Several soldiers brought up two wooden boxes, one large and one small. Harugong introduced: "This big box contains some local specialties from Haihan. They are all worthless gadgets. Don't dislike it, Mr. Zhang."

!" After that, he opened the box and showed Zhang Pucheng what was inside.

There are quite a lot of things in this box, including Haihan's most famous mercury glass mirrors, glass stationery, ornaments, etc., as well as Sanya special wine, food such as fruit candies, toffee, matches, soaps and other daily necessities.

There are even snuffs that have just been introduced to the market. They include most of the daily commodities exported by Haihan, which basically represent the current industrial manufacturing level of Haihan. Harugong took out one item and explained its function. Zhang Pucheng saw it

I was dazzled, and my evaluation of the Haihan people in my heart was unknowingly raised to a higher level.

Even if Harugong is not good at selling, people with a discerning eye will know at a glance that these things are not ordinary, and naturally know that what they say is true. Zhang Pucheng thought of the rumors he had heard before, that the Haihan people were famous for being good at trade. It seemed true.

There are some good things that you can get. Although he doesn't know the actual value of these things, Zhang Pucheng can roughly guess that this box of assorted goods is worth a lot of money. Most of the things he has never said he has seen before or even heard of.

Yes. When Harugong said that these things were very popular in the south and were must-haves in the homes of high-ranking officials, Zhang Pucheng felt that he had suddenly turned into a country bumpkin who had never seen the world.

Harugong's mouth went dry as he spoke. He grabbed the tea cup on the table and drank a sip. Then he pointed to another smaller box and said: "There is one thousand taels of silver in this. I will pay again in three months."

, Mr. Zhang can count the points.”

Zhang Pucheng said politely, but he couldn't help opening the box. Twenty-two silver ingots were neatly stacked in the box in two layers.

Zhang Pucheng took a deep breath, slowly closed the lid of the box, and said respectfully to Haru: "I would like to thank you on behalf of the local people for your kindness! I also know that your rescue is not in vain, but please be kind.

People recruited from the local area.”

Harugong said: "Mr. Zhang, you can rest assured. The area under our Haihan rule has always been peaceful and there is enough food. When these people go to the south, they will definitely live a more stable life than in Dengzhou!"

Zhang Pucheng felt a little uncomfortable after hearing this. Although Harugong had no intention of attacking him, this comparison made him easily think of the gap in governance ability between the two parties. He immediately defended: "You are running a farm.

I am responsible for governing a county, but there is still a difference."

Harugong smiled and said: "Our Haihan territory in the south is much larger than the two prefectures of Denglai combined. It is more than just one county. There are hundreds of thousands of people in the south under our management.

, when it comes to the ability to govern local areas, I’m afraid there is indeed a big difference.”

Zhang Pucheng didn't quite believe Harugong's "bragging". He thought that although the Haihan people were very rich, how could they replace the role of local officials unless they had already started a rebellion in the south. Zhang Pucheng really didn't expect that he

The Haihan we are dealing with now is no longer a vassal of the Ming Dynasty, but a political power that has become independent this year. Of course, if he had known the news in advance, he probably would not have agreed to the terms of cooperation so happily.

If you expose him, it will be a crime of treason. Even if you are dismissed and lose your official position, it will be a minor crime.

After receiving the benefits, Zhang Pucheng didn't want to compete with Harugong anymore, so he said a few perfunctory words and then took the initiative to say goodbye. Harugong had basically finished talking about the business, and he didn't try to stay any longer, which made people feel uncomfortable.

He loaded the two boxes of gifts on the gangster horses captured in yesterday's battle and handed them over to Zhang Pucheng's men.

Zhang Pucheng returned to the city with two boxes of gifts. Harugong was relieved after negotiating the deal. This kind of bargaining with Ming officials was not what he was good at, but at the moment he only

He and Chen Yixin were here, and someone had to come forward to negotiate with the Fushan County government. Fortunately, the process went smoothly. Zhang Pucheng was unable to resist Haihan's temptation in the end. After receiving the benefits, he agreed to cooperate and was free of charge.

After going to Haihan, there was a lot of trouble.

Zhang Pucheng was still trustworthy. The next day, he posted a notice of peace of mind outside the city gate, praising the "Haihan Merchant Group" for assisting the government in wiping out the bandit Wanjiajun, and recognizing Haihan's efforts in recruiting immigrants in Fushan County.

This method of helping local people basically provided an official guarantee for Haihan. People in the slums outside the county who originally had a wait-and-see attitude, now that they saw the official position, many chose to go there.

The Haihan people - after all, the Haihan people can provide food and protection, which are things that the local government cannot do. As for the notice saying that the operation to annihilate the Wanjia Army was presided over by the government, just look at this scene and forget it.

The defenders in Tiancheng have been unable to retreat and have never met the Wanjia Army. Of course, a discerning person knows very well who is really taking action against the Wanjia Army.

It took Haihan two days to transport all the captured gangsters back to Zhifu Island. During this period, based on Wanmeng's confession, the special operations battalion and the cavalry battalion also conducted a raid on the slums outside the county town, trying to

They captured Pu Xueguang, the Wanjia Army's military advisor who was still absconding, but this operation was in vain. Pu Xueguang probably slipped away quietly when the Wanjia Army was defeated, leaving only the Wanjia Army's stronghold outside the city.

There were several injured people who were unable to leave due to injuries to their legs and feet, and the information they had was extremely limited, which was of little value to Haihan.

However, this action once again alarmed the officials in the county. The soldiers guarding the city thought that Haihan was going to attack the city, so they quickly closed the city gate and reported to the county government. When Zhang Pucheng and Huang Qu hurriedly arrived, Haihan's side

Everything was almost done. Zhang Pucheng sent people out of the city to inquire, and found out that they were arresting the remnants of the Wanjia Army. He couldn't laugh or cry at this farce. However, this cannot be blamed on the Haihan people for not notifying them in advance, because the two sides had not established any prior arrangements.

After such a fuss, both parties realized that this matter must be put on the agenda. Otherwise, the defenders in the county would be in a state of high mental stress every day, and sooner or later they would suffer from neurasthenia and be exposed.

Bigger Louzi.

On the tenth day after the Haihan Fleet arrived at Zhifu Island, the command headquarters summarized the current progress. At present, more than 1,100 immigrants have been recruited from the area near Zhifu Island, which can be considered to have achieved some initial results. Considering the current situation

Zhifu Island still has a large number of infrastructure projects that need to be completed. Except for a small number of helpless orphans, women and children who will be transported back to the south, most of the young and strong laborers will be temporarily left on Zhifu Island and assigned to the island.

Various construction sites participated in the construction. And for places with the most difficult environmental conditions, such as dock construction sites, more than a thousand prisoners of war captured in Fushan County were naturally used.

Although Haihan did not immediately fulfill his promise to send immigrants to the south, this is not an unacceptable arrangement for the people who took refuge in Haihan. Most of them actually do not want to leave their homes and go to a completely unfamiliar environment.

At least Zhifu Island is still within the territory of Dengzhou Prefecture, and life here is quite adaptable. Moreover, the Haihan people are carrying out extensive construction projects on the island, constantly building residential areas and various semi-permanent infrastructure facilities. This obviously means that they will take root in the local area for a long time.

This move also gave the people more confidence.

In addition, the many ships docked in Zhifu Bay also dispelled the public's doubts about Haihan's maritime transport capacity before coming here. Since this huge fleet can transport thousands of people from the south, of course it can also transport thousands of people from here.

Immigrants will be transported to the south. As for whether it will be sooner or later, it is not a big problem, because there are no more urgent survival and safety issues at the moment, and the leaders of Haihan have also promised that they will voluntarily settle in the south before winter comes.

All the people were sent away, and the immigrants who had just escaped from the harsh living environment had nothing to be picky about.
Chapter completed!